55 lead project engineer jobs found in Chicago

CMTA, a Legence company CMTA is one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the U.S., with nationally recognized expertise in sustainable, high-performance building engineering. We are a collaborative, innovative, and energetic team that leverages a data-driven, holistic approach to consulting engineering, performance contracting, and zero energy projects. We focus on finding engineers whose skills and personalities drive them to excel, fostering a workplace that provides unparalleled growth and career opportunities. Position Overview: CMTA, a Legence company, is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with 8+ years of experience in Consulting Engineering. The position is responsible for designing and overseeing the electrical systems, power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, emergency power, UPS, renewable energy systems, fire alarm system, low-voltage systems/coordination (IT, safety, security, access control), etc. all for the purpose of bidding and...

Farnsworth Group i s seeking a Water Resources Engineer in the below posting locations. In this role, you will lead and manage a variety of impactful water resources projects, including stormwater management, natural channel design, floodplain studies, and hydrologic and hydraulic modeling. You'll have the opportunity to work directly with clients and regulatory agencies, drive project success from concept through completion, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to business development efforts. This position offers the chance to help shape resilient infrastructure solutions while collaborating with a talented, multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving communities. Posting Locations: Champaign, IL; Chicago, IL; Lisle, IL; Normal, IL; Tinley Park, IL What You'll Do: Manage several projects simultaneously within the water resources discipline from inception to completion. Design a variety of water resources engineering projects, including natural channel design,...

Job Description: General Summary: The Mechanical Engineer will provide, revise or extend mechanical systems for new construction and/or renovation of industrial, commercial, or institutional structures as requested by the client. The Mechanical Engineer will develop construction drawings and specifications which address the installation, integration, interconnection and control of mechanical components within the standard building codes. Essential Job Functions: Review and/or establish project scope, mechanical budget, necessary constraints and design approach with Project Manager and/or client Proper communication skills to be involved in design team / owner meetings and communicate directly with the owner and / or owner's representative Prepare feasibility studies and project cost estimates Maintain working knowledge of latest building and codes used in the industry Formulate and lead design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection...

Short Description Bowman has an opportunity for a Civil Engineer III to join our team in Chicago, IL. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients. Purpose Execute complex technical transportation engineering techniques, procedures and criteria for transportation and infrastructure projects. Assist in developing sustainable transportation solutions to make communities more livable by reducing traffic congestion, promoting multiple...

Short Description Bowman has an opportunity for a Structural Engineer II to join our team in Chicago, IL. There is a preference for this individual to be fully on-site 5 days a week, however we will consider a hybrid basis for the ideal candidate. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients. Purpose Execute complex technical structural engineering techniques, procedures and criteria for transportation and infrastructure projects....

Project Engineer - Electrical Location: Chicago, IL Salary Range: $100,000 - $160,000 annually + annual bonus eligibility Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer (Electrical) to join our team in Chicago. This role is responsible for the planning, integration, and delivery of electrical engineering systems for commercial, institutional, and industrial projects. The position involves the design of power, lighting, and fire alarm systems , coordination with multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with strong technical expertise, proven consulting engineering experience, and the ability to lead projects through all phases while ensuring compliance with codes, quality standards, and client requirements. Key Responsibilities Establish design criteria, scope, deliverables, and budgets for assigned projects. Lead the design and detailing of electrical engineering...

Job Description JOB SUMMARY S&C is a specialist in high voltage switching, protection, and control, providing products for the electric power industry since 1911. Underground Power Hardware - Development Engineering is responsible for the integration of power hardware subsystems in bringing new products to market. This position is for a team-oriented, experienced, team member with a background in Mechanical Engineering with interests in product design, simplification, and development. Tasks will range from providing subject matter expertise on Mechanical Engineering principles and leading investigations during design cycles to the conceptual development of subsystems and refinement of concepts to foundational subsystem technologies. In this position, you will report to the Manager - Product Engineering. Compensation At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our...

Job Description: General Summary: The Senior Mechanical Engineer will provide, revise or extend mechanical systems for new construction and/or renovation of industrial, commercial or institutional structures as requested by the client. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will develop construction drawings and specifications which address the installation, integration, interconnection and control of mechanical components within the standard building codes. Essential Job Functions: Develop and establish project scope, mechanical budget, necessary constraints and design approach with project manager and/or client Proper communication skills to be involved in design team / owner meetings and communicate directly with the owner and / or owner's representative Develop feasibility studies and project cost estimates Maintains working knowledge of latest building codes and standards in the industry Formulate and lead design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing,...

POSITION GOAL The PMO Civil Engineer Associate lI will perform mid-level engineering duties to support the Chicago Department of Water's (DWM) multi-billion Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This is a key position within the Water Main Design task for Water/Sewer compliance coordinating engineer and corrective work actions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - GENERAL • Possesses foundational engineering concepts. • Acquires intermediate knowledge and skills through mentored experience. • Evaluates and applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks as part of a broader assignment. • Performs work assignments of moderate complexity. Contributes to specific objectives and outcomes. • Receives instruction on specific objectives and direction on possible solutions to unconventional or complex problems. • Works as part of a team and coordinates work with others. • Typically receives moderate supervision on most aspects of assignments and a...

Job Description As an S&C Electric team member, you'll work on projects that have real-world impact. You'll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We're big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively. Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner Hours 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) On-Site Compensation At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we...

Location: Chicago, IL | Hybrid Work Schedule Epstein is seeking a Project Manager to join our Civil Engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced civil engineering professional with 10+ years of experience and a diverse background in transportation, site development, and water/wastewater infrastructure who enjoys leading multidisciplinary projects and delivering high-quality engineering solutions. Epstein is an established and highly respected Construction, Architecture, and Engineering firm with over 100 years of experience. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York, Raleigh, and Warsaw, Poland, Epstein delivers innovative, sustainable, and "best-in-class" project solutions across a wide range of industries. We are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), creating a culture where employees are invested in the firm's success. Our firm is deeply committed to community service, green initiatives, and sustainable design. Overview...

At MacKay, we believe great people are the foundation of our growth and success. We are in an exciting phase of expansion, creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers. Whether your role is technical or part of our support services team, you play an important role in delivering high-quality work and helping our projects succeed. We're seeking a skilled and hands-on Engineering Manager to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you'll serve as a technical resource and mentor for our engineering staff: the person people come to when a design problem gets tricky, a calculation needs a second set of eyes, or an associate has landed on a few possible approaches and wants to talk through which path makes the most sense. You'll help tackle daily engineering challenges alongside staff members, guide them toward confident, independent problem-solving, and lead our office's project...

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world's challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career. Our Forensic practice investigates problems in the built environment and provides evidence-based solutions founded on rigorous science and physics. We assist attorneys, property managers, building owners, contractors, manufacturers, and design professionals with a wide range of engineering and architectural issues. Your Role As a Structural Project Engineer in our Forensics Practice, you'll take on a key technical and coordination role, owning complex design challenges, guiding junior engineers, and shaping the delivery of...

The Senior Substation Electrical Engineer is an integral resource to our Power Substation leadership (and supporting team) as you lead programs and a team of engineers on Milhouse projects. You will lead protective system designs, physical layout designs, and calculations, as well as coordinate with other disciplines on substation projects. Your main responsibilities can include creating electrical protection & control and/or physical layout design deliverables for a range of Substation projects. Focus will be on the delivery of substation automation systems for our high voltage substation projects. Typical projects include working within multi-disciplinary teams to assist in developing efficient and reliable solutions for intricate substation projects. A key component of your role will be to act as the team's quality lead on reviewing all design efforts to ensure it aligns with the client and Milhouse standards. What you will do: Apply clients' standards, guidelines,...

Overview A nationally recognized building-systems engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join its Chicago practice. The organization delivers sophisticated, high-performance MEP solutions for complex buildings across healthcare, education, commercial, hospitality, transportation, and other markets. This is an opportunity for an experienced electrical engineer to lead technically challenging work, guide design teams, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to projects from early planning through construction. Position Description The Senior Electrical Design Engineer will provide technical leadership across multiple MEP projects. This person will combine advanced electrical design expertise with team leadership, project management, interdisciplinary coordination, construction-phase support, and exceptional client service. Key Responsibilities: Lead electrical system planning, engineering, design, and interdisciplinary...

Overview A nationally recognized building-systems engineering consultancy is seeking an Associate Principal/Senior Plumbing Design Engineer to help lead its Chicago practice. The organization delivers sophisticated, high-performance MEP solutions for complex buildings across healthcare, education, commercial, hospitality, transportation, and other markets. This is an opportunity for an established plumbing engineering leader to shape a local team, deepen client relationships, and take ownership of technically challenging work from early planning through construction. Position Description The Associate Principal/Senior Plumbing Design Engineer will serve as a discipline leader across multiple MEP projects. This person will blend advanced plumbing systems design expertise with team leadership, project delivery, construction-phase support, and exceptional client service. Key Responsibilities: Lead plumbing system selection, engineering, design, and interdisciplinary...

We specialize in planning and upgrading electric distribution systems, leveraging decades of experience with power producers, utilities, commercial and industrial facilities, and municipalities. Our expertise spans distribution planning analysis tools, feeder design, voltage control, and grid modernization programs. Our engineering teams coordinate capacity expansion and deliver projects to enhance system reliability, including downtown networks, power lines, and underground planning. We also provide comprehensive inspections and permitting before commissioning. As a Project Engineer, you will be designing underground electrical distribution lines and will need to be proficient in reviewing and analyzing vendor civil drawings, identifying underground conflicts, route planning, and generating plan and profile drawings. Familiarity with duct packages and bore work is essential to the job. Knowledge and understanding of underground design specifications is crucial in this role. You...

Civil Engineer - Water Infrastructure Projects (Northeastern Illinois) Full-Time | Permanent Role | Excellent Benefits We are seeking experienced civil engineers to support major water infrastructure programs in northeastern Illinois. These programs involve construction program management and engineering oversight of multiple complex projects, offering leadership opportunities in fast-paced environments. Key Responsibilities Lead civil design from concept through completion. Prepare specifications, RFQs, bid summaries, and purchase recommendations. Review vendor drawings and coordinate across disciplines and stakeholders. Support project planning: schedule, scope, budget, staffing, and construction. Manage change orders and ensure design compliance. Apply expert knowledge of civil engineering codes, practices, and procedures. Develop innovative solutions for complex design challenges. Conduct quality reviews of drawings, specifications, and construction documents....

POSITION GOAL: The Civil Project Engineer ll will coordinate and manage engineering projects. This position will oversee activities related to planning, designing, and overseeing projects such as airports, bridges, buildings, channels, dams, harbors, irrigation systems, pipelines, power plants, railroads, sewage systems, tunnels, and water supply systems. This position will also perform functions, including team coordination, monitoring scope/schedule/budget, invoicing, proposal preparation, staff planning, interdisciplinary coordination, and client interaction. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - GENERAL • Possesses foundational engineering concepts. • Acquires advanced knowledge and skills through mentored experience. • Evaluates and applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks as part of a broader assignment. • Performs work assignments of advanced complexity. Contributes to specific objectives and outcomes. • Provides instruction on...

POSITION GOAL The PMO Civil Project Engineer III will oversee and manage various service providers to support the Chicago Department of Water's (DWM) multi-billion Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This position will provide oversight to various service providers in completing a range of CIP projects, including planning, design, and construction oversight. Furthermore, this role will also perform moderate to advanced level project management functions. This position supports all aspects of design projects for roadways, utilities, transit, etc.; prepares schematics & models; performs analysis & engineering calculations; develops plans, specifications & estimates; prepares technical engineering reports; leads development of scope and fee proposals for moderate to advanced complexity projects; leads monitoring of project budget and staff assignments; leads QAQC of project deliverables. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - GENERAL • Possess foundational...